L’hitra’ot Galilee…Shalom Dead Sea Area!

Saying goodbye is rarely easy...so let's stick with "See you later!" (L'hitra'ot, in Hebrew.) This is moving day from north to south, which means a good deal of time on the bus. For some, it is needed rest after several days of lots of walking! The weather has been absolutely perfect during our trip, but …

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Israel Remembers and Honors a True Hero

Israeli fighters are often beyond the norm. They are warriors who gladly rush into service when their nation or their people are in harm's way. Perhaps they are no different from honorable warriors in militaries around the world, but they do seem to have unparalleled distinction. Every IDF warrior is well-drilled on why they fight...and …

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From Ethnos to Theos

Hi friends! If you have studied along with us, you know we discovered the Greek word ethnos, translated in Matthew 24 when Jesus' prophesied that nation will rise against nation. Ethnos, in Greek, is very much akin to "ethnic group," and we would more accurately read Matthew 24 to say, ...ethnos will rise against ethnos... …

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Exploring Israel – Masada

The steep, intimidating mountaintop fortress of Masada is our next stop. Be prepared to be in awe of this amazing place that served not only as a fortress for the Jewish people in 73AD, but also an elaborate winter palace for King Herod some 70+ years prior. The architecture, the brilliance in getting water to …

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